Glass stovetops give modern kitchens a minimalistic and sleek look.
Keeping them sparkly clean, though, requires extra care and upkeep.
Plus, learn the difference between glass, induction, electric and gas stovetops.
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Splatter is more or less inevitable when cooking.
Think of how pasta sauce bubbles, leaving red streaks and spots on your stovetop.
Maintaining a glass stovetop is slightly different from keeping an electric or gas range clean.
For the latter, you may need to replace drip pans and burner grates regularly.
But keeping a glass stovetop squeaky clean requires different protocols and cleaning products.
Read on to find out what they are.
But first, what is a glass stovetop, exactly?
What is a glass stovetop?
Electric stovetops, with heating elements exposed, differ from glass stovetops in their appearance.
The former has its heating coils exposed.
The latter has metal heating elements embedded below a smooth surface made with a blend of glass and ceramic.
An induction stovetop has electromagnetic coils that use electromagnetic energy to heat the cookware.
Natural gas
Then, there is the common, highly responsive gas stovetop powered by natural gas.
However, electric and induction cooktops tend to cook food more evenly than a flame.
So, regular upkeep is needed to avoid cooking residue and tough-to-remove stains.
This key in of splatter and staining becomes more challenging to clean as time passes.
Before you do so, always refer to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not use this method if the instructions advise you not to.
Upkeep of your glass stovetop can be easy-peasy when using affordable, natural hacks like vinegar and baking soda.
